Volkswagen Tiguan
Volkswagen’s mid-size premium SUV, sold in India as a single, fully loaded R-Line with a 204 PS 2.0 TSI petrol, a seven-speed DSG and 4MOTION all-wheel drive. At ₹47.11 lakh ex-showroom it is a five-seater for buyers who value how a car drives and how it is built, and who do not need a third row or a diesel.
- Seating
- 5
- Engine
- 1984 cc
- Mileage
- 12.58 km/l
- One variant: R-Line, ₹47.11 lakh ex-showroom
- 204 PS, 320 Nm 2.0 TSI petrol
- 7-speed DSG with 4MOTION all-wheel drive
- Nine airbags and Level 2 ADAS
- Claimed 12.58 km/l
- Head-up display and massage front seats
- R-Line₹47.11 lakh
It is the only version sold, and it comes fully equipped, so the only decision is the colour and how hard you can negotiate on the price.
- MG Majestor₹42.49 – 44.99 lakh
- Toyota Fortuner₹34.76 – 50.46 lakh
- Citroen C5 Aircross₹37.32 lakh
Volkswagen Tiguan specifications
- Mileage (ARAI)12.58 km/l
- Transmission7-speed DSG
- Body typeSUV
- Fuel typePetrol
- Engine1984 cc
- Seating capacity5
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| Engines | 2.0 TSI |
|---|---|
| Gearboxes | 7-speed DSG |
| Power | 204 PS |
| Torque | 320 Nm |
| Mileage (ARAI) | 12.58 km/l |
| Seats | 5 |
| Length | 4539 mm |
| Width | 1859 mm |
| Height | 1656 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2680 mm |
| Ground clearance | 181 mm |
| Boot space | 490 litres |
| Fuel tank | 59 litres |
Volkswagen Tiguan variants: price and features
- Base variantTiguan
R-Line
₹47.11 lakhOn-road priceKey features- 204 PS 2.0 TSI with 4MOTION AWD
- 9 airbags
- Level 2 ADAS
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- 204 PS 2.0 TSI with 4MOTION AWD
- 9 airbags
- Level 2 ADAS
- Head-up display
- Massage front seats
- 15-inch touchscreen
Our verdict on the Tiguan
The Tiguan R-Line is a polished, well-built SUV with a strong petrol engine, all-wheel drive and a long list of safety and comfort features, including nine airbags and Level 2 ADAS. The problem is price. At ₹47.11 lakh for a five-seater petrol, it costs more than seven-seat ladder-frame SUVs with diesel engines, and it competes with entry models from luxury brands. Buy it if you specifically want a refined, car-like petrol SUV with AWD and a European feel. If you need seven seats, low running costs or strong resale, there are better uses of this money. Ask about discounts, as Volkswagen has offered large ones on this car before.
Good things
- Strong 204 PS turbo petrol with a quick DSG and all-wheel drive
- Nine airbags and Level 2 ADAS as standard
- Fully loaded single variant: no option-list games
- Refined, car-like to drive
Could be better
- ₹47.11 lakh is a lot for a five-seat petrol SUV
- No diesel or hybrid; claimed 12.58 km/l
- Five seats only
- Volkswagen’s dealer network is smaller than mass-market brands’
Volkswagen Tiguan colours and photos
- Oryx White Mother of Pearl Effect
- Grenadilla Black Metallic
- Nightshade Blue Metallic
- Cipressino Green Metallic
Volkswagen Tiguan: one loaded variant at a premium price
The current Tiguan is the third-generation model, sold in India only as the R-Line. It uses a 2.0-litre TSI turbo petrol with 204 PS and 320 Nm, a seven-speed DSG and 4MOTION all-wheel drive. Volkswagen claims 12.58 km/l. It is a five-seater, 4,539 mm long with a 2,680 mm wheelbase, so it is sized like a mid-size SUV rather than a large one.
Because there is one variant, everything is standard: nine airbags, Level 2 ADAS with lane assist and front assist, a panoramic sunroof, a digital cockpit, a 15-inch touchscreen, a head-up display, three-zone climate control, massage front seats, 19-inch alloys and wireless charging for two phones. There is no option list to work through.
Volkswagen lists it at ₹47.11 lakh ex-showroom as of October 2026, slightly below the ₹49 lakh it cost when it arrived in April 2025. Dealers have offered discounts of up to ₹3 lakh on it in the past, so the price you pay may be lower. Ask for the current offer in writing before you compare it with rivals.
Is it worth the price?
Only if the driving and build quality matter most to you. For less money you can buy a seven-seat diesel ladder-frame SUV, and for similar money you can look at entry luxury SUVs. The Tiguan’s strengths are refinement, a strong petrol with AWD and a full safety kit.
Which variant should you buy?
There is only one: the R-Line. It comes with all the equipment, so focus on the colour, the delivery timeline and the discount.
How expensive is it to run?
The claimed figure is 12.58 km/l, and owners report similar numbers. It is a petrol-only car with a turbocharged engine and AWD, so expect higher fuel bills than a diesel SUV of this size, and service costs in line with a European premium car.
Tiguan vs rivals
| Spec | Volkswagen Tiguan₹47.11 lakh | MG Majestor₹42.49 – 44.99 lakh | Toyota Fortuner₹34.76 – 50.46 lakh | Citroen C5 Aircross₹37.32 lakh | Tata Harrier EV₹21.79 – 30.04 lakh |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Body | SUV | SUV | SUV | SUV | SUV |
| Fuel | Petrol | Diesel | Petrol, Diesel | Diesel | Electric |
| Engines | 2.0 TSI | 2.0 twin-turbo diesel | 2.7 petrol, 2.8 diesel, 2.8 diesel mild-hybrid | 2.0 diesel | Electric |
| Power | 204 PS | 215.5 PS | 204 PS | 177 PS | 238–396 PS |
| Gearbox | 7-speed DSG | 8-speed automatic | Manual, Automatic | 8-speed automatic | Single-speed |
| Mileage | 12.58 km/l | 12 km/l | 10 km/l | 17.5 km/l | 538–627 km claimed |
| Seats | 5 | 7 | 7 | 5 | 5 |
| Boot | 490 litres | 343 litres | 296 litres | 580 litres | 502 litres |
| Compare | Viewing | Tiguan vs Majestor | Tiguan vs Fortuner | Tiguan vs C5 Aircross | Tiguan vs Harrier EV |
Volkswagen Tiguan mileage
- 1984 cc, PetrolDCT
- Claimed (ARAI)
- 12.58 km/l
- Variants
- 1
Volkswagen Tiguan on-road price and EMI
Every state →- New Delhi₹54.26 lakh
- Mumbai₹55.79 lakh
- Bengaluru₹58.96 lakh
- Chennai₹58.97 lakh
- Kolkata₹54.26 lakh
- Bhopal₹56.14 lakh
Estimated for the cheapest and dearest variant we price: road tax, registration, FASTag and insurance. Own-damage insurance varies by insurer.
Tiguan EMI
₹79,152 a month
On ₹47.11 lakh ex-showroom, 20% down (₹9.42 lakh), 5 years at 9.5%. Total interest ₹9.80 lakh.
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Volkswagen Tiguan FAQ
What is the price of the Volkswagen Tiguan in India?
The Volkswagen Tiguan costs ₹47.11 lakh ex-showroom, depending on the variant. The on-road price adds road tax, registration and insurance, which depend on your state.
Which fuel options does the Volkswagen Tiguan come with?
The Volkswagen Tiguan is sold with petrol power (2.0 TSI).
What is the mileage of the Volkswagen Tiguan?
The claimed (ARAI) mileage of the Volkswagen Tiguan is 12.58 km/l.
How many people can the Volkswagen Tiguan seat?
The Volkswagen Tiguan is a 5-seater suv.
What is the length of the Volkswagen Tiguan?
The Volkswagen Tiguan is 4539 mm long, 1859 mm wide and 1656 mm tall, with a 2680 mm wheelbase.
How much boot space does the Volkswagen Tiguan have?
The Volkswagen Tiguan has 490 litres of boot space.
Does the Volkswagen Tiguan come with an automatic gearbox?
The Volkswagen Tiguan is offered with 7-speed dsg gearboxes.
What is the ground clearance of the Volkswagen Tiguan?
The Volkswagen Tiguan has 181 mm of ground clearance.
Which Volkswagen Tiguan variant should I buy?
It depends on your budget and which features you will actually use. Book a 15-minute call with Smart4Wheels and we will tell you which variant is worth it for you, and which to skip.
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